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What is the definition of Position?

The location of an object.

What does Distance refer to?

The length of a path between two points.

How is Speed defined?

The distance an object travels per unit of time.

What is the definition of Velocity?

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What does Acceleration mean?

<p>The rate at which velocity changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by Frame of Reference?

<p>A system of objects that are not moving with respect to one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Instantaneous refer to?

<p>Done in an instant; immediate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Average?

<p>Not special or unusual; ordinary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Vector?

<p>A quantity that has magnitude and direction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Key Terms and Definitions

  • Position: Refers to the specific location of an object in a given space.

  • Distance: The measurable length of the path between two defined points in space.

  • Speed: Indicates how fast an object is moving, calculated as the distance traveled divided by the time taken.

  • Velocity: A vector quantity that includes both the speed of an object and its direction of motion.

  • Acceleration: Represents the change in velocity of an object over a specified period, indicating how quickly an object speeds up or slows down.

  • Frame of Reference: A set of objects, typically stationary, used to determine the position and motion of other objects.

  • Instantaneous: Describes an event or action that takes place immediately or in an instant, without delay.

  • Average: Denotes something that is typical, ordinary, or not exceptional; commonly used in statistical contexts.

  • Vector: A mathematical quantity characterized by both magnitude (size) and direction, essential in physics to describe forces and motion.

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